A Message from the PresidentJune 2022

As President of Lumetta, there’s nothing that keeps me up at night more than thinking about how we can make better lighting solutions for you.

But one of the most important lessons we’ve learned over the years is that what WE think is best for our luminaires doesn’t really matter. What matters most is the challenges our partners – that’s you – are facing, and how we can better solve them.

We’ve always worked hard to get to know our customers, but I want to go deeper than we ever have before.

Over the next few months, my goal is to have a conversation with every single one of our partners. All of you.

I want to hear about your experience with Lumetta. What you like. What you love. What you hate. What you’ve been wanting us to fix or improve, but just haven’t gotten around to connecting with us about it.

If you would give me 10-15 minutes of your time, you’d be a big part of helping us make Lumetta the best it can possibly be.

Plus, I’m happy to offer help with any customer service or support issues you might be tackling.

If you’re interested, just email me at ian@lumetta.com, and I’ll send you instructions for setting up our call.

Thanks so much for being a loyal Lumetta partner.

Partner TestimonialApril 2022

In September 2021 KGM Architectural Lighting Designer, Kris Sandheinrich engaged California Lighting Sales in the utilization of Lumetta lighting solutions for a very specific application on the Dominican Sisters of Mission San Jose Rosary Building, in Fremont, CA.

This endeavor included not only a challenging mounting arrangement to meet DSA requirements but also a custom wattage specification to meet Title 24 energy standards.

Lumetta’s entire organization far exceeded the design team’s expectations. They provided custom spec-sheets, IES files and numerous finish samples–all in support of one fixture type. Their efforts ensured a successful project for all stakeholders.

The customization process was so easy that Lumetta has become the number one “go-to” lighting source for the design team’s on-going school projects. This has netted California Lighting Sales additional specifications at Flintridge Sacred Heart Academy and Notre Dame High School.

Lumetta remains one of CLS’s most significant and influential manufacturers. We are proud to have them on our line-card.

Architect: Di Song – Pica + Sullivan

Covid-19 Safety and MonitoringApril 2022

Covid Vaccine Safety and Monitoring Information

• COVID-19 vaccines were developed using principles that have existed for decades.
• COVID-19 vaccines are safer than contracting the COVID-19 virus.
• COVID 19-vaccines are effective at preventing severe illness from COVID-19 and reducing the spread of the virus.

Millions of people in the US have been given COVID-19 vaccines under the most intense safety monitoring in the country’s history. The CDC recommends getting a COVID-19 vaccine as soon possible.

To ensure the safety of COVID-19 vaccines, the CDC has broadened the US’ ability to monitor vaccine safety. The CDC has new ways of collecting additional information about the safety of COVID-19 vaccines. These web-based platforms give CDC scientists real-time information about the dependability of COVID-19 vaccines.

With increased monitoring, vaccine safety experts can oversee and detect issues that may not have been observed during the clinical trials. If any vaccine safety issues (adverse events) are reported, CDC scientists can quickly determine if there is a safety concern with a particular vaccine. Some of the tools that CDC uses to keep close tabs on the safety of COVID-19 vaccines include:

• V-safe provides quick and confidential health check-ins via text messages and web surveys. You can quickly and easily share with CDC how you feel after getting a COVID-19 vaccine.
• Vaccine Adverse Event Reporting System (VAERS) is the national system that collects reports of adverse events that happen after COVID-19 vaccination.

• COVID-19 Vaccine Safety Monitoring Systems for Pregnant People
  Learn how CDC is monitoring the safety of COVID-19 vaccination in people who are pregnant.

For this and more information: bit.ly/3xRXnYH

Earth Day is April 22, 2022April 2022

With six decades of experience, NC protected more than 119 million acres of land and 5,000 river miles—and they operate more than 100 marine conservation projects globally.

Some of the steps Lumetta has taken include:

• Installing energy efficient lighting throughout our building
• Obtaining recyclable packaging for our swatch samples
• Donating products and supplies to:
  ReStore, Habitat for Humanity, Crossroads RI, American Heart Association, RI Food Bank, and others
• Distributing reusable Lumetta branded grocery bags to our colleagues to reduce paper waste and the consumption of plastics.
• Giving out seed packets to those who love gardening or want to try their hand at growing their own plants.
• Sharing websites that offer ways to help reduce, reuse, and recycle.

We hope Lumetta inspires you to find ways to help the environment and to save energy and money.

We Stand with UkraineApril 2022

Lumetta stands firmly in solidarity and support of Ukraine, and for everyone affected by the atrocious violence of Putin’s military regime. We are shocked and saddened by the military invasion and for their brutal and unjustifiable attack on Ukraine and its innocent people. We add our voices to those around the globe calling for peace and an abrupt end to these horrible, lawless acts of aggression.

Like everyone around the world, we’re heartbroken and appalled by the ongoing war and crisis unfolding in Ukraine, a sovereign nation where millions of innocent people have been forcibly displaced from their homes, lives, and families.

We stand firmly with Ukraine through the devastating and economic toll being brought on by this war as people are continuously being killed, injured, and forced to flee, and the country’s physical infrastructure has been profoundly damaged. We steadfastly stand with the Ukrainian people through these horrifying developments.

The people of Ukraine are in our thoughts, as we continue to offer support and make our voices heard. Ukraine is a peaceful, democratic, and independent country with the right to exist, flourish and choose its destiny safely and freely.

We’re also thinking of the Russian communities – in the US, Europe, and abroad, many of whom are extremely hurt and dismayed, and have had no choice in the tragic events that are rapidly unfolding along with the intensifying situation.

We strongly encourage our community to use their voices as part of the global cry for peace. We stand for peace, safety, and for those who have had their lives turned upside down by this unimaginable tragedy.

Everyone, everywhere, should have an unequivocal right to peace, safety, and freedom.
We’ll always stand up for those rights.

L2 Acoustic Lighting Chosen for Menchaca Elementary SchoolMarch 2022

Menchaca Elementary School is a design-build project in Austin, Texas that opened in January 2020.

The 98,600-square-foot campus replaced a dark and badly ventilated aging campus, and evolved through an extensive process engaging teachers, parents, and students. One of the first design-build public K-12 schools in Austin, Menchaca Elementary School was originally conceived as a single building with interior circulation. However, with extensive community engagement, which included a Campus Architectural Team and current students, the design led to three separate buildings surrounding a courtyard brimming with oak trees.

Menchaca Principal Eliza Loyola describes the school as an “industrial modern campus with a lot of natural elements.” The exteriors are steel and gray, with a focus on nature around the campus.

The two main buildings are linked by covered walkways to a shared, two-story library and media center with makerspaces and quiet study areas. Teaming and collaboration spaces are conveniently located throughout the campus, and include four “learning villages”–groupings of studio spaces and meeting areas.

“The learning village is a really unique concept that Austin ISD is implementing,” stated LPA Design Director of K-12, Kate Mraw. “Each of the learning villages includes studios, collaboration space, and small group rooms, all with transparent or operable connections to each other, where students can create their own learning experiences.”

When the architectural designers established their specifications for Menchaca’s perfect lighting solutions, Lumetta’s L2 Tapered Acoustic Pendants were the product of choice. The cone shaped lights were selected for use throughout the school’s interconnecting hallways.

The juxtaposition of brightly colored antimicrobial Lumenate® interior diffusers, such as turquoise “Caribbean”, bright “Sunflower”, vibrant “Orange”, and mysterious “Pomegranate” against the aluminum exterior diffusers provides for an understated yet bold modern look and washes the space in a wide arc of light.

The pendants hold a universal aesthetic appeal and captivate the children with their wild and whimsical colors. As an added bonus, the fixtures also keep the noise level down with their sound absorbing acoustic felt outer shades. With the harmonious blend of form and function, Lumetta’s L2 Tapered Acoustic Pendants prove 1 + 1 equals 10!

For more information about our L2 Tapered Acoustic Pendants, please see: https://sandbox.lumetta.com/collection/acoustic/

Sales Agency: Spectrum Lighting

Specifier: LPA Design Studios

Costea Photography

COVID-19 Testing: What You Need to KnowMarch 2022

There are Two Types of COVID-19 Tests

Viral tests detect the virus SARS-CoV-2, that causes COVID-19, and Antibody tests detect antibodies in your body after contracting the virus or after getting vaccinated.

Discuss your test results with your healthcare provider. COVID-19 testing is one of many risk-reduction measures, along with vaccination, masking, and physical distancing, that protect you and others by reducing the chances of spreading COVID-19.

Viral Tests

• A viral test detects if you are currently infected with COVID-19, using samples that come from your nose or mouth. There are two types of viral tests: rapid tests and laboratory tests.
• Rapid Point-of-Care tests are performed or interpreted by someone other than the individual being tested and can be performed in minutes (including antigen and some Nucleic Acid Amplification tests–also called NAATs).
  • Self-tests are rapid tests that can be taken anywhere, are easy to use, and produce rapid results.
• Laboratory tests can take days to complete and include RT-PCR (Reverse Transcription Polymerase Chain Reaction) and other types of NAATs.

Antibody Tests

An antibody test can detect antibodies to SARS-CoV-2 in your blood and tell you if you’ve had a past infection with COVID-19. Antibodies are proteins that your immune system makes to help fight infection and protect you from getting sick in the future.

If you get an antibody test after receiving a vaccine, you might test positive by some (but not all) antibody tests. This depends on which type of antibody the specific test detects.

Antibody testing is not currently recommended to determine:

• If you have a current infection.
• If you have immunity to SARS-CoV-2 following COVID-19 vaccination.
• Whether you need to get a booster following COVID-19 vaccination.
• Whether you need to quarantine after a known or suspected exposure to COVID-19.

For Free At-Home COVID-19 Tests: https://special.usps.com/testkits

For more information: https://bit.ly/3Kpa7cg

Partner Testimonial – Hossley Lighting and Power SolutionsMarch 2022

Interior designers are very much drawn to Lumetta for the expansive finish and color options which lend to endless creativity for them. Lumetta’s fixtures deliver big impact in design without the big cost. Equally as important are the antimicrobial materials that can be cleaned and wiped down. With recent enhanced cleaning protocols, this is very important, especially in healthcare facilities and schools.

Lumetta has always been very responsive when we need pricing or to just answer questions about the products. I always look for opportunities to help specify Lumetta because I know the design team and owner will be very pleased with the installation and lasting quality!

Kim Smith, LC, LEED AP BD+C
Specification Sales

Hossley Lighting and Power Solutions

Donate to Ukraine Relief Efforts: How to HelpMarch 2022

As Russia continues to invade Ukraine, we are all committed to helping people seeking shelter, security, and peace. Please donate today to Ukraine relief efforts and aid Ukraine citizens in this time of crisis.

To donate to a specific charity and help Ukraine, please user this link to utilize only top-rated charities: https://www.charitywatch.org/…/top-rated-charities…

GoFundMe has also put together a list of several verified fundraising efforts for Ukraine: www.gofundme.com/c/act/donate-to-ukraine-relief

Locally: Cardi’s Furniture in MA and RI is accepting urgently needed items that will be sent directly to the Ukraine. For their locations and a list of items: www.cardis.com/pages/humanitarian-aid-for-ukraine

Thank you in advance for all you can do!

The Lumetta Team